Parag Tyagi cries inconsolably as he carries late wife Shefali Jariwala's ashes after last rites

Overcome with grief, Parag was seen crying inconsolably as he exited the crematorium, surrounded by family and close friends.

Actress and model Shefali Jariwala, best remembered as the iconic 'Kaanta Laga Girl', passed away tragically on June 27 at the age of 42. Her sudden demise has left the entertainment industry and her loved ones in deep shock.

A day after her funeral, a heart-wrenching video surfaced of her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, carrying her ashes on Sunday, June 29. Overcome with grief, Parag was seen crying inconsolably as he exited the crematorium, surrounded by family and close friends.

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Shefali reportedly experienced a cardiac arrest at her home in Mumbai late Friday night. She was rushed to the hospital by Parag Tyagi, but upon arrival, they pronounced her dead. The cause of her death has not yet been formally determined, although preliminary speculation suggests a cardiac arrest.

Another heartbreaking moment caught on camera showed Parag lovingly kissing Shefali's mortal remains while her mother stood next to them, clearly distraught. Following the completion of her last rites, Parag spoke briefly to the media, requesting compassion and prayers. Fighting back tears, he said, “Please mazaak jhama mat banayega mai request karta hu bas.. Meri pari ke liye pray kijiyega aap sab log vo jahan bhi rahe khush rahe aur shanti see rahe.” (Please don’t make a joke out of this. I request you all to just pray for my angel. Wherever she is, may she be happy and at peace.)

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Shefali's Bigg Boss 13 co-contestants, such as Shehnaaz Gill, Mahira Sharma, Arti Singh, Paras Chhabra, and Rashami Desai, paid their respects and said their final goodbyes at the crematorium. During the last ceremonies, Mahira and Arti were seen breaking down, overcome with emotion.

Her role in the 2002 hit film Kaanta Laga, which became a cultural phenomenon, catapulted Shefali Jariwala to stardom. Later, she starred in films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and made appearances on well-known reality shows like Nach Baliye and Bigg Boss 13, where her vivacious personality and fortitude won over many hearts. Fans, friends, and the entertainment industry are all devastated by her sudden death.